The Trial (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2017, The Trial is a documentary film directed by Claudiu Mitcu, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Mihai Moldoveanu, a former Romanian army officer, was sentenced to 25 years behind bars for a crime he claims he did not commit. Following a long series of attempts to prove his innocence, the European Court of Human Rights ruled in Moldoveanu's favor in June 2012. The documentary follows him after his provisional release and focuses on the referral of the case and the consequences of the new sentence, giving the viewer the role of a juror in a complicated and controversial lawsuit.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Trial sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trial page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trial (2017)?
- In US, The Trial is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Trial worth watching?
- The Trial holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Trial released?
- The Trial was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.